LED and dual batteries vs solar
I've done some homework on this topic regarding boondocking / power conservation but want to ask some questions to those who have done this, as I've become a bit confused. Am looking to go with so...
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Pros, Top of the list Silence Once installed it does not require gas/diesel so ROI is dependent on how long you will keep your RV. Potentially it will keep batteries fully charged and they will last longer.
Negative, cost, not so much if you do it your self. Solar panels have come down price to below a dollar per watt. They will not power AC but with conservation most everything else.
It is not that hard to do it yourself and to get it right with good quality components.
There are decisions to make i.e. a high voltage system, panels meant for grid tie system mine puts out 50V and required an MPPT converter but puts out usable current in shade and on cloudy days.
Negative, cost, not so much if you do it your self. Solar panels have come down price to below a dollar per watt. They will not power AC but with conservation most everything else.
It is not that hard to do it yourself and to get it right with good quality components.
There are decisions to make i.e. a high voltage system, panels meant for grid tie system mine puts out 50V and required an MPPT converter but puts out usable current in shade and on cloudy days.
